Resuscitation of Preterm Infants

Neonatal resuscitation is essential for newborns who cannot breathe independently after birth. Without immediate intervention, these infants are at risk of birth asphyxia, which can lead to severe brain injury or death.

The leading risk factor for needing resuscitation is preterm birth. The European Resuscitation Council (ERC) Guidelines are widely recognized for offering a practical, evidence-based framework for healthcare professionals managing neonatal resuscitation.

Dr. Tomasz Szczapa on the Updated European Resuscitation Guidelines

The ERC Guidelines were most recently updated in April 2021—the first revision since 2015.

In this full-length video interview, Dr. Tomasz Szczapa explains the key changes to the guidelines and offers practical insights for their implementation.

Prefer shorter insights? Explore our featured video clips from the same session:

Delayed Cord Clamping

Cardiovascular Monitoring

Implementation

Dr. Tomasz Szczapa on Resuscitating Preterm Infants

In this second video interview, Dr. Szczapa discusses the resuscitation of preterm newborns in the context of the European Resuscitation Guidelines.

Get answers to frequently asked questions in these quick clips:

Advice for Parents Whose Baby Needs Resuscitation

What to Expect in Future Guidelines

The Biggest Challenge in Neonatal Resuscitation

Variability in Resuscitation Guidelines

Learn More About Support Technology in Resuscitation

For a deeper dive into the role of technological innovations in resuscitation, read the article how clinical decision support technology can advance newborn resuscitation guidelines.

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